Join us as we learn how to make healing topical herbal oils and salve! Another ancient remedy for all kinds of skin, muscle, and pain issues. (We will touch on culinary herbal oils too.) Then we will demonstrate how to make a healing salve. Take home your own finished healing oil, instructions, and recipes along […]
Join the members of the Smoky Mountains Storytellers Association! Nestled amidst the captivating backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, the Smoky Mountain Storytellers Association is a vibrant collective of individuals deeply passionate about the age-old art of storytelling. These tellers, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of the region, weave tales that range from traditional Appalachian […]
Join us as we learn how to make an ancient health remedy using herbs and alcohol taught by the amazing herbalist Debbie Dickie! (We will also demonstrate how to make a glycerite for those that don't want alcohol in their remedies). A long lasting remedy that has been used for thousands of years for health […]
Join us as we take herbal tea making a step further and learn about Herbal Syrups! Learn the steps in making syrup and how to use them for health and enjoyment and some of the history behind them. We will taste test a few and learn the history behind them. Take home your own herbal […]
Join us as we step back in time for the annual Winter Heritage Festival at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center! You’ll experience hands on demonstrations, practice pioneer survival skills and get a sense of how hard life was during pioneer times. Learn a new craft, see historic artifacts, and learn about the weapons the […]
Join us as we learn how to make healing topical herbal oils and salve! Another ancient remedy for all kinds of skin, muscle, and pain issues. (We will touch on culinary herbal oils too.) Then we will demonstrate how to make a healing salve. Take home your own finished healing oil, instructions, and recipes along […]
Join us as we learn how to make an ancient health remedy using herbs and alcohol taught by the amazing herbalist Debbie Dickie! (We will also demonstrate how to make a glycerite for those that don't want alcohol in their remedies). A long lasting remedy that has been used for thousands of years for health […]
Join us as we take herbal tea making a step further and learn about Herbal Syrups! Learn the steps in making syrup and how to use them for health and enjoyment and some of the history behind them. We will taste test a few and learn the history behind them. Take home your own herbal […]
Join us as we learn basic blending techniques of herbal teas! Form a connection to our Appalachian ancestors by learning how they used herbal tea for health and enjoyment and be a part of our own Appalachian Tea Ceremony! Take home a blended tea, instructions, and recipes! Event Location: 123 Cromwell Drive, Townsend, TN
"It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...." We are excited to announce our 5th annual Christmas in the Village festivities at the Heritage Center! If you're interested in a taste of Appalachian Christmas traditions, complete with living history demonstrations, evening tours of our historic structures, and warm refreshments, don't miss your opportunity to visit […]
"It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...." We are excited to announce our 5th annual Christmas in the Village festivities at the Heritage Center! If you're interested in a taste of Appalachian Christmas traditions, complete with living history demonstrations, evening tours of our historic structures, and warm refreshments, don't miss your opportunity to visit […]
"It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...." We are excited to announce our 5th annual Christmas in the Village festivities at the Heritage Center! If you're interested in a taste of Appalachian Christmas traditions, complete with living history demonstrations, evening tours of our historic structures, and warm refreshments, don't miss your opportunity to visit […]
